where on earth did that garage get that price for repairs they quoted from? I can only assume they didn't want the job so put a stupid price tag on it so the owner would go elsewhere.
The exorbitant price was because they did not want to deal with the body preservative all over the underside. That was an easy brake job. Well done! It is always better to be safe with brakes and do them right and be thorough. I would rather walk away from a car when I stop it than have a tree or oncoming truck do it.😊
For a 400 series Volvo, this is remarkably solid. It's great to see it looked after and I'm glad you have saved this car. I have a volvo 480 and now I want a 440 like this, too! 😂😂
Gotta give a thumbs up for the Schrodinger reference if nothing else! I've a Citroen DS, the ultimate in Schrodinger's rust - the rust you can see isn't the rust you need to worry about. Volvo 440s do nothing for me, but I've got a Ford Galaxy that does nothing for me either, but I've had it almost eight years and I can't think what I'd replace it with. Sometimes (always?) you need a car on the fleet that just works and does everything you need a car to do. This could be your one - safe, solid, reliable. Leaves the other cars to be fun, or more fun, knowing you've got old faithfull for all the dull routine, family stuff.
Growing up with Volvos, 140s and 240s, I don't really rate these cars. I find them comfortable and very boring, but seeing this car so healthy still makes me happy. It's a Volvo after all. I want it to live. Good thing this car found itself in your garage, instead of at the scrapyard.
I commented on the video where the rust was first discussed, that theres a variable quality degree of different rust treatment centres. Now that we hace seen some of the interior treatment spots, its a pretty well done treatment. Cudos!
You never need to leave old brake fluid in the bleeder since a 500ml bottle is the proper amount for most cars to fully replace the fluid. I buoild my own bleeder from a small 12v tire filler that was not fit for purpose and some household leftovers.
Just going by the rear drum brakes of my Dacia/Renault, I would assemble shoes and springs and then put the whole thing on as a unit. That has made doing rear brakes a doddle.
Superposition in quantum computers, it's a brilliant analogy. Schrodingers rust, it's simultaneously solid, corroded and waxed until you look. Schrodingers theory was based on a cat but I'm not sure this Volvo has one? I haven't seen the lambda badge on it? I like this car, it's a great advert for waxing a chassis, it works!
Det med at spilde bremsevæske ud af en slange eller rør . træd din bremsepedal 3 til 5 cm ned og lad den blive der under reparation . så spilder du ingenting . eller meget lidt .
Even though there seems no rust in some corners etc it is always wise to give it an extra layer of anti rust coating!
Delighted to see a relative absence of rust. It seems like a very genuine, solid car.
where on earth did that garage get that price for repairs they quoted from? I can only assume they didn't want the job so put a stupid price tag on it so the owner would go elsewhere.
Yeah, it's called a PFO offer, for "please go away"
The exorbitant price was because they did not want to deal with the body preservative all over the underside. That was an easy brake job. Well done! It is always better to be safe with brakes and do them right and be thorough. I would rather walk away from a car when I stop it than have a tree or oncoming truck do it.😊
Yay less expected rust!
I don't know much about Volvo's. But I'm learning today.
For a 400 series Volvo, this is remarkably solid. It's great to see it looked after and I'm glad you have saved this car. I have a volvo 480 and now I want a 440 like this, too! 😂😂
I want the 480!
Gotta give a thumbs up for the Schrodinger reference if nothing else! I've a Citroen DS, the ultimate in Schrodinger's rust - the rust you can see isn't the rust you need to worry about. Volvo 440s do nothing for me, but I've got a Ford Galaxy that does nothing for me either, but I've had it almost eight years and I can't think what I'd replace it with. Sometimes (always?) you need a car on the fleet that just works and does everything you need a car to do. This could be your one - safe, solid, reliable. Leaves the other cars to be fun, or more fun, knowing you've got old faithfull for all the dull routine, family stuff.
Growing up with Volvos, 140s and 240s, I don't really rate these cars. I find them comfortable and very boring, but seeing this car so healthy still makes me happy. It's a Volvo after all. I want it to live. Good thing this car found itself in your garage, instead of at the scrapyard.
When I see that shiny car I keep thinking I'm on the wrong channel! 🤣
The dangers of removing trim panels, and finding out what level of rusticles they're harbouring... :P
We have 4 volvo 440s - first getting one in 1991- wheel arches are a pain and the mud trap at the rear wheel arch ensures efficient rusting...
I commented on the video where the rust was first discussed, that theres a variable quality degree of different rust treatment centres.
Now that we hace seen some of the interior treatment spots, its a pretty well done treatment. Cudos!
You never need to leave old brake fluid in the bleeder since a 500ml bottle is the proper amount for most cars to fully replace the fluid. I buoild my own bleeder from a small 12v tire filler that was not fit for purpose and some household leftovers.
there is still residue... and chances of spillage.. and overfilling the reservoir... I
@@SeasideGarage We used to always set the filler down on the floor and set the hose depth so that it would siphon back when I worked in the garage.
Just going by the rear drum brakes of my Dacia/Renault, I would assemble shoes and springs and then put the whole thing on as a unit. That has made doing rear brakes a doddle.
not possible on this... or you would have to remove the hub at least
@@SeasideGarage drum brakes can be a bitch.
Superposition in quantum computers, it's a brilliant analogy. Schrodingers rust, it's simultaneously solid, corroded and waxed until you look. Schrodingers theory was based on a cat but I'm not sure this Volvo has one? I haven't seen the lambda badge on it? I like this car, it's a great advert for waxing a chassis, it works!
There is a cat... ;)
Wonderful work 👌
Thanks!
Congratulations, just some cosmetic rust is a good result!
Det med at spilde bremsevæske ud af en slange eller rør . træd din bremsepedal 3 til 5 cm ned og lad den blive der under reparation . så spilder du ingenting . eller meget lidt .
Nå ja!
I'm loving this Volvo, and it's such a practical car. Surely you'll be keeping this one?
Properly not... but I like it!
Hm, wondering where You got this Polish production Orlen brake fluid with Polish label "Płyn Hamulcowy" 😅
in my opinion, I think the original mechanic deliberately overpriced the work needed because he didn't want to do the work.
True.... horrible way to say "I dont want to.."
I wonder if they sprayed rust protection inside the box sections or just where you can see.
everywhere!
The title is wrong again... Kirks Volvo 440!
You sold it. So you have no say in it no longer.
You sold it. So you have no say in it no longer.
@@theblackhand6485 No, I am trying to get it for free!!! 😂🤣😂
Seppo is lucky you was not actually buying an advertised rusty car 😁 because you would be very disappointed by now 😂 and would feel cheated
Dont sell this one! It will be a good one to keep long-term!
we have seen 6year old car that were worse than this is :D
I think your milking the content!